The definitive Ciao ! restaurant list outlines our selection of the top dining establishments in the city . Virtually all of these recommendations are locally owned and operated . Keep this list available for easy reference , whether you are seeking a formal multi-course gourmet extravaganza or simply want the best soup in town . Although information is updated every issue , restaurant details are subject to change without notice . If you have visited a restaurant that should be considered for addition to this list , please e-mail your recommendation to : editorial @ bestmarketing . com
— New Location wa — Wheelchair accessible lp — Licensed premises sp — Summer Patio a — American Express ia — Interac m — MasterCard v — Visa atm — Bank machine on‐site
BAKERY CAFÉ
Bluestone Cottage 3670 Roblin Blvd , 204-944 8751 . Seasonally inspired , nourishing breakfast , lunch and baking options . Enjoy fresh salads and sandwiches at this cute spot . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM Stella ’ s Café & Bakery 7 locations . Famous breakfast items alongside a vast selection of entrées , hearty soups , sandwiches and homey curries . House-made preserves available WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V The Frenchway 238 Lilac St , 204‐421‐9002 . Breakfast and lunch fare use house-made pastries , breads and sweets . Don ’ t miss the surf Benedict starring beet cured salmon gravlax . WA , SP , IA , M , V
BISTRO
Bistro on Notre Dame 784 Notre Dame Ave , 204-691-1515 . This stylish spot boasts international flavours favouriing indigenous and local ingredients . A , IA , M , V Bonfire Bistro 1433 Corydon Ave , 204‐487‐4440 . Famous for wood-fired pies , this hot spot delivers on creative toppings , in a cozy atmosphere . WA , LP , IA , M , V Pauline 112 Marion St , 204-235-6001 . Stylish and sunny French-inspired bistro named for a historic Winnipeg artist .
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Prairie Ink Grant Park Shopping Centre , 204‐975‐2659 . Cozy retreat serves healthy hearty fare in a bright spacious setting . Wonderful desserts . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V winnipeg ’ s bestlist
Prairie ’ s Edge 2015 Main St , 204‐284‐7275 . Eatery nestled in Kildonan Park offers creative dishes packed with regional ingredients . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
CAFÉ
Clementine Café 123 Princess St , 204‐942‐9497 . Trendy underground nook gives haute cuisine flair to simple breakfast and lunch dishes LP , A , IA , M , V Juneberry 531 St . Mary ’ s Rd ., 204-306-8838 . A gorgeous interior and a menu featuring Asian and Middle Eastern inspired dishes . WA , IA , M , V Modern Electric Lunch 232 Main Street , 204-306-6404 , melunch . ca . Contemporary takes on classic diner fare in historic , newly renovated Fortune Block .
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The Oakwood 660 Osborne St , 204‐475‐4250 . Sleek decor and a commitment to local sourcing elevates familiar comfort dishes . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V The Original Pancake House 1445 Portage Ave , 204-775‐9035 ; The Forks Market , 204-947‐5077 ; 2220 McGillivray Blvd , 204- 489-2885 . A Winnipeg tradtion for breakfasts .
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CASINO DINING
Oasis Bar & Grill 21-9-14 Hwy 5 South , Carberry , MB . 1‐855‐370‐7263 . In Sand Hills Casino , menu offers a mix of casual snacks and entrées . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V , ATM
CHINESE
Kum Koon Garden 257 King St , 204-943‐4655 . The scene is lively for dim sum by day . Exotic Cantonese chow attracts evening diners . WA , LP , A , IA , M , North Garden 6‐33 University Cres , 204-275‐2591 . Innovative top notch Cantonese and northern Chinese cuisine is executed superbly . Barbequed duck is a treat .
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Sun Fortune 15‐2077 Pembina Hwy , 204-269‐6868 . Bustling atmosphere in a suburban shopping mall favoured by university crowd . Daily soup is packed with luscious ingredients . WA , LP , IA , M , V
DELI / DINER
Bernstein ’ s Deli 1-1700 Corydon Ave , 204‐488‐4552 . Eat-in menu features deli staples along with creative takes on classic comfort dishes . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Falafel Place 1101 Corydon Ave , 204-489‐5811 . The falafel balls served in pitas or on a platter are a must . . Borscht and blintzes are legendary WA , IA
Red Top Drive Inn 219 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204-233-7943 . Winnipeg classic has impressed locals since 1960 . Pressure fried chicken is a signature worth waiting for , WA , LP , IA , M , V
FAST CASUAL
Bodegoes 101-211 Bannatyne Ave , 204-956- 2070 ; City Place , 333 St Mary Ave , 204-415-7045 . Fun Exchange District spot offers globally inspired street food staples WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V King + Bannatyne 4-100 King St , 204‐691‐9757 . This sandwich spot is renowned for its piled high succulent brisket and meats . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V Wall Street Slice 753 Wall St , 204-221-7272 . Outstanding New York-style pizza whole or by the slice in an industrialchic atmosphere . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
FRENCH
InFerno ’ s Bistro 312 Des Meurons St , 204-262‐7400 . Fern Kirouac ’ s French-Canadianmeets-Mediterranean fare has earned him accolades as one of the city ’ s best . Mussel preparations impress legions . WA , LP , SP A , IA , M , V Peasant Cookery 283 Bannatyne Ave , 204‐989‐7700 . Chef Melissa Makarenko ’ s menu offers elegantly updated classics and rustic dishes . WA , LP , SP , A , IA , M , V Preservation Hall 655 Empress St , 204-783-2386 . Renowned chef Tristan Foucault plates up French fare at this inviting space . Pair meals with creative craft cocktails . WA , LP , IA , M , V Resto Gare & Train Bar 630 Des Meurons St , 204‐837‐3624 . Chic space serves French bistro fare . Unwavering consistency for decades earns this top spot raves for its updated classics . WA , LP , SP , IA , M , V
INDIAN
Clay Oven Three locations , Clayoven . ca . Indian dishes and Hakka cuisine are served in a stylish and modern space . Delicious and massive thali platters are a draw . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V East India Company 349 York Ave , 204-947‐3097 . Centuries-old artifacts grace the room at this flagship buffet-centred restaurant that sets a high standard in the city . WA , LP , A , IA , M , V
INDIGENOUS
Feast Café Bistro 587 Ellice Ave , 204-691-5979 . This cozy spot features a menu rich in bannock , bison and berries . Try the squash pizza topped with white sauce and pine nuts . WA , LP , A , M , V
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